Waqoo Shitaderamachi

Hotels
9.6 (2340 reviews)
Tennoji-ku Shitaderamachi 2-5-12 , Osaka , JP

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Non-smoking throughout
Designated smoking area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Great location near attractions
Delicious food options
Unique cultural experiences
Cons:
Limited nearby shops
Some amenities can be improved

Categories

Cleanliness
9.39
Guests noted that the hotel was very clean and comfortable.
Service
10
Numerous reviews praised the attentive and kind nature of the staff.
Location
9.86
The location is convenient for sightseeing, close to major attractions.
Room Quality
9.6
Rooms are described as spacious, clean, and well-equipped.
Amenities
8.85
Some amenities like the lounge and laundry were mentioned as needing improvement.
Value for Money
9.38
Guests felt they received a good deal for the services and experience provided.
Food and Beverage
9.74
Highlighting the delicious and varied vegetarian breakfasts offered.
Overall Experience
9.99
A holistic view of the positive experiences reported by guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 06:40

Property Description

Central Location in Tennoji, Osaka
Located in the heart of Tennoji, Waqoo Shitaderamachi offers a convenient stay just 500 meters away from Tsutenkaku and Shinsekai.

Modern Amenities for Comfort
Each air-conditioned room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, free toiletries, and a Plasmacluster ion air purifier/humidifier for a comfortable stay.

Unique Dining Experience
Indulge in Buddhist vegetarian cuisine offered at the property, adding a special touch to your stay in Osaka.

Book now for a memorable stay at Waqoo Shitaderamachi and explore nearby attractions like Shitennoji and Namba CITY shopping mall.

Important information:

A deposit via an online Japanese payment system is required to secure your reservation. The property will contact you with instructions within 7 days after booking. Guests must complete the payment procedure within 7 days of receiving instructions.

[Regarding Receipt Issuance]
In the case of reservations made through a travel agency with advance payment, receipts cannot be issued by the hotel. Receipts will only be issued at the hotel for on-site payments.
[Regarding Qualified Invoice and Receipt]
If a receipt compliant with Japan's domestic invoice system (qualified invoice/receipt) is required, please choose on-site payment.

Children aged 0 – 5 years can stay free of charge but incur a breakfast charge of JPY 1,650 per child when breakfast is included in the rate.An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: KIX

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 2340 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.39
Service: 10
Location: 9.86
Room Quality: 9.6
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 9.38
Food and Beverage: 9.74
Overall Experience: 9.99
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Chrys • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Das Personal war außerordentlich freundlich, hilfsbereit und offen für alle Fragen. Ich habe mich sehr gut aufgehoben gefühlt. Die Lage ist etwa abgelegen also muss einem bewusst sein, dass es etwas länger dauert bis man an einer Bahnstation ist. Ansonsten ist die Ruhe sehr gut. Weg vom Trubel ☺️

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Sheila • solo_traveller • ca
10
Great.
Cons:

The staff were super friendly and went out of their way to be helpful.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Rauch • solo_traveller • at
8
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Larissa • couple • at
10
Sehr saubere Unterkunft mit besonderem Frühstück
Pros:

Die Unterkunft war in einem hervorragenden Zustand, gepflegt und das Zimmer makellos sauber. Das Zimmer war für japanische Verhältnisse relativ groß und das Bett war gemütlich. Besonders gefallen hat mir die Einrichtung mit den Tatami Matten und niedrigen Betten. Es gab ein liebevoll zubereitetes traditionelles buddhistisches Frühstück.
Ein Seven Eleven und weitere kleinere Shops sind in unmittelbarer Nähe. Die U-Bahn Station ist in ein paar Minuten fußläufig erreichbar. Eine Coin Laundry ist 5 Minuten zu Fuß entfernt. Das Personal ist überaus höflich, kompetent und freundlich. Wir haben uns während dem Aufenthalt sehr wohl gefühlt. Am Abreisetag konnten wir unser Gepäck noch aufbewahren lassen. Ich kann das Hotel absolut empfehlen, und würde es wieder buchen.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
C
Chan • family_with_children • us
6
Pros:

친절하고 깨끗하며 식사도 괜찮음

Cons:

예상보다 협소한실내와
주변환경이 번잡

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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RADU IOAN • solo_traveller • ro
10
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Praseedha • solo_traveller • sg
9
Comfortable
Pros:

Rooms were clean and bed was super comfortable. Staff were very welcoming and friendly.

Cons:

It would be good to have a water dispenser in the lobby as is the case with many other hotels here

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Vinnie • couple • us
10
Please stay here / you will love it like we do !
Pros:

The staff was so welcoming . We felt very much at home here

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Francesca • couple • it
8
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Casper • couple • nl
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Claudio • solo_traveller • it
9
Molto bene gentili disponibili stanze piccole ma pulite e funzionali
Pros:

Gentili premurosi accoglienti

Cons:

Prezzo

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Sonja • family_with_children • de
9
Angenehme und entspannte Atmosphäre
Pros:

Sehr sauber und sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal. Das Shoshin Ryori Frühstück war sehr lecker. In der Nähe ein interessantes Tempelgelände und ein schöner Garten.

Cons:

Das Zimmer war etwas klein, also der Nicht-Tatami Bereich in dem man die Koffer abgelegt hat (wenn man an den Inhalt ran wollte). War dann etwas umständlich die Badezimmer- oder Zimmertür zu öffnen.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Jeanne • couple • be
7
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Florence • couple • fr
9
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Michal • family_with_children • il
10
Pros:

The hotel is buddhist-style hotel, so they have activities like daily meditation sessions and more, breakfast that is an amazing vegetarian shojin-ryori style with English explanations. These were our first days in Japan and it was a very welcoming environment!

The location is a bit out of the way but very near public transport and also several great spots for sightseeing.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • family_with_children • ch
9
Pros:

Das Hotel war eine sehr gute Erfahrung. Das vegetarische japanische Frühstück hat uns sehr gut geschmeckt.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
A
Alina • couple • es
5
Pros:

The location was what we needed. Room was clean and pretty quiet.

Cons:

It doesn’t really provide an authentic Japanese experience. It seems mostly designed for tourists who have never been to Japan.

Breakfast includes bread and jam, coffee from a machine, and orange juice, which didn’t feel particularly traditional. The room is half tatami and half regular flooring, with standard Western-style beds.

There’s nothing inherently bad about the place, but if you’re looking for an authentic Japanese stay, this probably isn’t it.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Alejandra • couple • ch
6
It waa overall ok but I had very big expectations going to a local buddhist inspired accomodation and didn’t get as much
Pros:

The nicest part of our stay in Waqoo was the opportunity to do some local calligraphy, even though I expected more of an experience and we were just left alone in a room copying the sutra, as well as the meditation session with the monk from the very taditional shrine nearby

Cons:

The room is very basic, the tatami takes up almost all the space and doesn’t leave much room for luggage and shoes (at least not for 2 people). Also, I was not very happy with the washroom as it only fits one person at a time and feels more of a temporary bathroom than a permanent construction. Together, it made the stay less comfortable

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Brenna • solo_traveller • us
8
I wish I had planned more than one day in Osaka, but the proximity to Shitennoji Temple allowed me to appreciate the his
Pros:

Very comfortable and relaxing hotel.

Cons:

It was a bit of a walk from the nearest train station, but there are lots of restaurants and other conveniences not far away.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Juha • family_with_children • fi
10
Beautiful, friendly and comfortable stay
Pros:

Spotless tidy, marvellous friendly staff, nice interior, good location

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee